The City of Crystal River holds an election every two years. City Council terms are for four (4) years. Terms are staggered to ensure that no more than three (3) of the terms expire in the same year. The seats are as follows: Mayor, No. 1, No. 2, No. 3, and No. 5.

General Election Date: November 6, 2018

Candidate Eligibility Requirements:
A Person must be a United States citizen, minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, be a registered voter, and reside within the corporate limits of the City of Crystal River for a period of six (6) months prior to the election.

Qualify Dates for Candidates:
Qualifying dates begin at noon August 6th through noon August 10th.

A candidate may pre-qualify by appointing a campaign treasurer and designating a campaign depository at any time, but no later than the last day of qualifying week.

Council Seats Up for Election: Mayor's Seat and Seat No. 2

Filing your paperwork may be done with the City Clerk during normal business hours. For your convenience, please call ahead to make an appointment. Contact information: